Active Weather Alerts
Gale Warning
Issued: 8:29 AM May. 20, 2025 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT THIS MORNING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 AM CDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, east winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI and Sand Island to Bayfield WI. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 7 AM CDT this morning. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 1 AM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 8:18 AM May. 20, 2025 – National Weather Service
...NEAR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS TODAY FOR PORTIONS OF NORTHWEST WISCONSIN... Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. East winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 30 to 35 mph are forecast for this afternoon and early evening. Minimum relative humidity values of 22 to 30 percent are also expected. Together, these conditions could lead to the rapid spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Wisconsin, see apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn.
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